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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
HON. HANNIBAL HAMIIN.
Honored by the Universaiist Convention
at Usage, Iowa.

One of the honored guests at the recen,
Iowa Universalist Convention was Hon.
Hannibal Hamlin of Bangor Hearing tina,
Mr. Hamlin was stopping in Usage, when
the convention was held. as the guest of Hon,
N. Z. Deering, resolution was passed that
the distinguished statesman be invited to visit
the convention the following day and receive
Its greetings. committee was appointed to
wait upon the ex Vice President and extend
the invitation to visit the convention.
He received them cordially and ac-
cepted their invitation with the pro-
vlso, however, that he should not be ex-
pected to make a speech unless the spirit
moved him. For" said the venerable states
man, 81 have good deal Of the Quaker in me
and do not like to make a merely formal adj
dress" With this understanding the visit
was arranged
At ten O'Clock the following morning the
eX-Vice President appeared accompanied BY
Hon. MIR. Deering. He was met at the door
by the committee and escorted to the
platform where he was presented by DR..
Cantwell to the President, who in turn, in a
few well chosen words called the members
of the convention to arise and presented the
distinguished visitor. The Esprit" evidently
moved" Mr.. Hamlin for he responded to the
cordial greeting given him in his happiest
vein. At the close of his remarks, the con-
vention took a recess to allow its members to
shake hands with him. An impromptu re.
ception was at once arranged. Standing in
front of the pulpit his benevolent features
beaming with pleasure rhel ex-Vice-p president
received the cordial greetings of the entire
congregation. The reception lasted about
twenty minutes and at its close Mr. Deering
invited the members of the convention to a
reception in honor of Mr.. Hamlin, at his home
in the afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
Terrible are the Kavages

Upon the system inflicted by diseases of the kidneys
and bladder. They wreck the constitution more
speedily in some cases than consumption and other
malades Of a fatal pulmonary type. As you value
your life. arrest tendency to debility, and conse-
quent inactivity OF tue renal organs should you ex
perience any such. Intuse vig1r ana activity
into the vitality important seeretiye action of the
kidneys with that salutary diuretic, Hostetter's
stomach Bitters The proper degree of stimulation
is impaired by IL to the bladder also. when that
gan is sluggish. With this timely check, Bright's
disease, dabetis catarrh of the bladder, and other
kindred disorders may be prevented. Liver com
plsint con stipation nervous ailments likewise
conquerable with this sovereign household remedy.
Against the effects OF exposure in damp or otherwise
Indictment weather. 1t is benign safeguard, and
reyives strength after undue fatigue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
A VALUABLE WORK.
The "BIue Book" OF Aforementioned by
Hon. Ernst Il. Timme Secretary of


We have seen at the office of the State
Superintendent of schools copy of "The
Blue Book of the State OF Wisconsin," COM
piled and published under direction of Hon.
Ernst G, Timme, Secretary of State, which
has very recently come from the press. The
volume contains 562 pages and the work is a
credit to the compiler and the State which
authorizes its publication. If there is any
information concerning the State of Wiscon-
sin not embraced in the book we should like
to learn what it is. While we cannot within
the limits of this item refer 10 detail to the
different topics treated upon in the work we
give list of the illustrations contained there
in: Capitol Diagram of Senate
Chamber, Diagram of Assembly Chamber,
Light Horse Squadron Armory, State Hospital
for the Insane, Northern Hospital for the
Insane, School for the Blind, School for the
Deaf, Soldiers National Home, State Fish
Hatchery. State Prison, Industrial School for
Girls, Milwaukee Normal School, State
Public School for Dependent Children,
River Falls Normal School, State University
Whitewater Normal School, Plsttevile Nor
NAL School, Industrial School for Boys,
Oshkosh Normal School, Map of Wisconsin,
Congressional Districts, Map of Wisconsin,
Dairy Interests, Map of Wisconsin, Cereals.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
A FREIGHT CAR SMASHED.


In backing some fright cars onto the side
track a few rods below the Rines Hill cross
ing, about two O'Clock Yesterday, one of the
cars was thrown off the track at the frog and
considerably demolished. As large crew of
men as could be mustered was Immediately
put to work and at quarter past three the
track was cleared and Jewett's and the ex-
press which had been delayed by the accident
were able to leave. The cause of the acct
dent was doubtless due to the car which was
of Western make and somewhat old. 1t
could scarcely be called at best good track,
ing car. The passengers on the Jewetts and
express bore the irksome delay with remark
able g BOD humor. Great credit is due to the
men in charge of the work for the dispatch
with which they cleared the track. The
crippled car will have to go to the repair shop.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
a BROKEN BOTTLE.
The narrowing Experience of Vivacio"s
Youth from the suburbs.

Young man from one of the suburban
towns was walking along Water street the
other day, carrying in one OF the pockets OF
bis hesvy ulster large bottle of fire water
1t may have been an "original package we
wont vouch for that, but il was evidently a
valuable article for the young man gaarded 1t
with jealous care. lie hurrying along
the street with the vivacious air of man
who had an object in life and was in some
haste to get at his business when he was
accosted by young lady of the Salvation
Army who asked him TO purchase War Cry.
he was in generous mood, and Immediately
invested. AS the parties were engaged in
making change suspicious looking bottle
fell with crash upon the sidewalk and an
oder of fire water permeated the atmosphere.
The young lady looked somewhat astonished
but her customer was equal to the emergency.
de Strengthened himself up with stately
dignity, cast threatening look around and
inquired savagely, "Who threw that at me?'
A bystander suggested that it came from
Joe Foye's.
well they better be careful how they
throw things at me or there will be trouble,
SAID the young man with an injured air. II
don't want any row, but can't stand every
thing" The War Cry was paid for and the
young blood continued on his way, but he
had the air of man whose soul was crushed
and who was urged forward in life by no
earthly ambition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
STATE HOUSE MATTERS.
New Corporations.

/ The Oldtown Wooden COMPANY perfected
its organization yesterday by filing its certif
cate of organization with the Secretary of
State as required by law. The purposes Of
said corporation as set forth in its certificate
are:
| 1st. Purchasing, owning and controlling
the following land, viz That certain lot of
land in Oldtown, Penobscos County pear the
upper Veszie privilege so called, in said
Oldtown, and described in certain contract
by and between the Bodwell Water Power
Company and Joseph L. Smith, dated April
8, 1887, for wooden mill site and other pur-
poses.
% To purchase perpetual lease of wa
ter power and other water rights of said Bod
well Water Power Company, as set forth in
said contract
Sd Also 10 purchase. own and cestrol
any other real estate, and interest in real es-
tate, including mills, mil privileges and wa
ter rights. dams. fowage and canals in said
State. and personal property which may be
deemed necessary, useful or convenient for
the business Of the corporation.
An. Building mills, factories, using
and leasing the same and manufacturing
wool and carrying on the business OF wooden
manufacturing in all its different depart
ments.
5th. With power and right not only to use
ard lease, but to mortgage, sell and convey
any and all their property, and property
rights, and do Whatever things may be neces-
sary, useful or convenient in the business
Aforesaid. The amount of capital stock is
$3.50 900; nothing paid in par value OF shares
500 The stockholders are J L. Smith,
Oldtown; H. J. Libby Co., Portland; j.
R. Bodwell, Hallowell; j. Wheelwright,
| Bangor; Charles Hsmln, Bangor; Robert
Dobson & Co., Pit,field.
The officers of the company are president,
j. L. Smith; treasurer, Charles Hsmlin;
directors, j. L. Smith, ]. S Wheelwright,
William Dobson, Charles Hamlin.
The Chase Last Company organized at
Portland also filed its certificate. Capital
stock 100000; amount paid in $40; par
value of shares SO The stockholders are
Walter j. Paine. Boston, Mass; Charles A.
Shaw, Boston, Mass Gustin H. West, Chel-
sea, Mass, Otis NJ. Shaw, Boston. Mass The
officers are, President. Chsrles A. Shaw /;
Treasurer, Walter J Paine; Directors,
Charles A. Shaw, Walter J. Paine, Otis M
Shaw, Gustin H. West. The purposes of
the corporation are carrying on the business
of manufacturing, selling, repairing and
reconstrncting boot and shoe lasts and
mechanism therefor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
GARDINER.

MIR. Fred Gardiner, who has been confined
to the house for several weeks with lung
trouble, has recovered sufficiently to be able
to appear on the street.
The Sunday afternoon meetings of the
Y. NJ. G. A. are said t, be very interest ng
Webb the jeweler will move into the vacant
store in the Davis block about the rst OF
November, his business having outgrown his
present quarters.
Yesterday morning Frank Breir, brake
maa on the gravel train. had the little finger
of his left hand broken in two places, while
the train was taking water at the tank at
Dresden. The brake slipped, catching his
finger in the top. DR.. Strout attended him.
The pipes for water in Randolph are being
put along the streets. There is about two
miles of SIX inch pipe. Mr.. Newman has
taken the contract to Law them, and will begin
the job as soon as he finishes his job in Dover,
W hich will be in about two weeks Tha pipe
across the river will be laid Just above the
bridge Water will probably be running
through the streets of Randolph before the
snow flies.
The benefit concert rendered Mr.. John
Turner by his many friends, to take place in
johnson Hall Oct 10, bids fair to be one of
the finest concerts Gardiner people have had
an opportunity to listen to for some time. Mr..
Turner is a Gardiner boy of much talent. He
has always been ready and willing to give
his services to the cid Of any entertainments
by Gardiner people, and they now have a
chance to reciprocste. 1t Is to be hoped
there will be large attendance
The Twentieth Annual Maine State Sun
day School Convention will be held in the
Methodist Episcopal Church in this city three
days, commencing this evening The pro
gramme is printed elswbere. The enter
5ainment committee consisting of Hon, S. Z
Johnson, Mr.. Arthur Blown and Mr. Charles
Brilg e of Gardiner, and G W. Good peed #
Randolph, will be at the veslry Of the NJ Z
Church after 2 80 P. VI. today to assign dele
gates to places of entertainment
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
Howard Benevolent Union.

The adjourned Annual Meeting of the
Howard Benevolent Union occurred in the
Aldermans room on Saturday Oct. 8, at q
p. NJ. The reports of the various officers
were read and approved The following
officers were elected for the ensuing year:
Presideut-Prof. G. Files
Vice President-Miss II B. Fuller.
Secretary-Mr. J S Hobbs.
Treasurer-Mr. w. r. Smith.
Auditor-Treby Johnson.
Vacancies occurring on board of managers
bv reason of expiration of term of service
were filled as follows: To serve four years
Mrs. julia W. Willis, Mrs J. J. Murphy, l..
II. Cunningham, j II. Williams.
Mrs. W B. Leighton was elected to serve
two wears TO fill vacancy caused BY resigna
ton of Mrs. Selden Common, and Mrs. w ?.
Whitehouse to serve one year IN place of
Mrs May.
To fill vacancies on Executive Committee,
bv reason of expiration of term of service,
the following were elected to serve four years :;
Mrs. Maria Fuller, Mrs j. S. Hobbs, Mr. E
McMurdie, Mr.. T. J, Lynch.
Much good work was shown to have been
done among the deserving poor for the past
wear. and very much more could have bet n
done had not the Executive Committee felt
itself cramped for the want of funds. Our
citizens are not fully alive to the merits of
this charitable organization, nor do they fully
realize how much want and suffering there is
in our city which can be alleviated, and many
a worthy person save from calling upon the
town authorities, if they. our citizens, VIII
only give to this organizat'on instesd OF De-
slowing their charity unfortunately.
The following amendment was made 20
the Constitution. Article Sec. 2. By
adding to the section, the following words,
with the advice and consent of the Chsir-
man OF the Executive Committee" so that
section shall read as follows:
Sec 2. In special cases individual Members
of Executive Committee may give immediate
aid, with the advice and consent OF the
Chairman of Executive Committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
Kucklsns Arntca >slv..

The oest Sslve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises. Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapred Hands, Chiibisins
Corns, and ali Skin Eruption, and positively
cures Piles, or no pay required. |, is guar
anteed to give perfect satisfaction, or money
refunded. Price IS cents per box. For sslt
by Devine g. Coughlin. may2Std&wly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

Never exaggerate. Never betray conf
dence. Never give promise that you do not
fulfill. Never associate with bad company,
and finally, Never be without Steele's Little
Bile Pills, to regulate your liver, relieve your
indigestion. grant you pleasant and refresh
ing sleep, and keep you in perfect health, %
cents per bottle OF J. M. Mixer and c. B.
Murphy & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The Choral Union which was formed in
the Universali.t Vestry, composed of old
and Young, hold a sing at the same place
this evening We understand this club is to
hold weekly sings, and these occasions will
prove Of sreat pleasure and profit to those
who attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
The Babies Cry for

And the old folks laugh when they find
that the pleasant California liquid frui,
remedy, Syrup of Figs, is more easily taken
and more beneficial in its action than bitter,
nauseous medicines. 1t strengthens the
Liver, Kidneys, Stomach, and Bowels, while
it srouses them to a healthy activity. For
sale by j. VI. Mixer.
octlldeod&wlw3pnr
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
State >. ). Convention.

The Twentieth Anniversary OF the Maine
State Sunday School Associat On will be held
in the Methodist Episcopal Church, Gardiner,
Oct II, 10, IA, 1887. hearty invitation is
extended, and free entertainment offered, by
the Sunday school workers OF Gardirer. Re-
duced fares on all railways. The following
is the programme:
WEDNESDAY EVENING.
7.3o-Opening service of prayer and praise, Rev
T.. c. Bass, DID.
74s-Presdent's address. Rev. A. X. P Small, D
ID. Portland.
sl5-Address, successful Teaching" William
Reynolds of Illinois, President International S. s.
convention.
THURSDAY MORNING.
900-Devotional service. Business session.
9.3o-"The International Convention" Rev. Geo
N. Howe, Lewiston. II. H. Nevns. Deering. Fred
eric Brunell, Portland.
10 0a-Address, 1.-The State work, and how to ad
vance it," William Reynolds.
1l.oo-Discussion OF the subject opened by Rev J
Il. Jordan. Augusta Continued In three minute
talk with Question Box.
THURSDAY AFTERNOON.
2.Oo-Devotional service. Business session.
2.S0-"Normsl methods in the sunday school," by
Rev. A. T Dunn and Rev. W. +. Berry. Discussion
opened in eight minute address by Rev. George
Lewis, South Berwick. to be continued in five min
ute speeches on "How to improve teaching
"330-Address, "Illustrative teaching" applied to
the current International lessons, Mrs. W F. Crafts
New York.
4l5-Address. ''The model superintendent" Hon.
W. l.. Daggett, Strong. Question Box and three
minute discus sion.
THURSDAY EVENING.
730-Devotional service.
7t5-Address, q" Temperance teaching and train.
ing in the sunday school" Mis- Lucia f. F Kim.
ball. Chicago, and Mrs. W. F. Crafts, to be followed
by three minute discussion.
FRIDAY MORNING.
q00-nevotonal service. Primary teachers will
meet Mrs. Crafts. Final business session, election
OF officers, etc.
lO.O0-Ad dress, W. Reynolds.
1o.3O-Maine S. S. Assembly, Rev. f. NJ Cousins,
Cumberland Mills.
II 90 as the graded system in sunday schools
desirable?" Rev. George d Lindsay, Bangor, Rev.
Arthur Shirley. New Gloucester.
1l.30-W atchwords for future work. Rev. A. S.
L4dd Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The Winchester Union, at it, annual meet.
ing, Monday evening, elected the following
officers { r the ensuing year For President,
Rev H. S Whitman; Vice President, Byron
Mead; Secretary, Levi Williams; Treasurer,
Miss May Lapham, committee was APP
pointed to prepare an entertainment for the
npyt meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

Mr.. Stuart Rogers, a celebrated imperson-
ator will give an entertainment in Granite
Hal Nov Attn, for the benefit of the Ladies
Relief Corps Mr. Rogers has met with
marked success in his peculiar vocation.
His latest hit is said to be wonderfully life
like impersonation of Gladstone delivering
one Of his great speeches.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
Local sEtcea.


EE-MR THOMAS CoLBY's barge will make
regular trips to Hammond's Grove each
Wednesday and Saturday, leaving Monument
Park at p. NJ; or on any other day for a
party of six. Will also run to the band concert
at Soldiers Home, every Sunday, leaving
west end kennebec Bridge at $50 P. NJ.
iune2l-dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

natural phenomenon was seen at the res
idence of Mrs S. s. Williams on Amherst
street, Yesterday. A beautiful night bloom
ing cereus which belongs to Mrs. Williams
commenced opening about eight o'clock and
was soon 10 full bloom continuing SO during
afternoon The cases of these plants bios
soming during the day are said to be very
rare indeed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The Annual Farmers Institutes for the
County OF Aroostook are located for this fall
in the beautiful valley of the Aroostook
River. One was held at Presque Isle yester-
day and the other will occur at Ashland to-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

Hon J. S. Hobbs was called to Lowell,
his old home. Sunday night by the death of
his mother, Mrs. Charlotte S. widow of the
late James Hobbs. She was lightweight
years Of age.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
Mt. YER NON.

The Mission Band gave harvest supper
at Masonic hail last FRIDAY evening About
seventy five took supper. The food was ex-
cellent and coffee superb. This was very
enjoyable occasion.-Csptsin John Woods of
New Bedford has been in town few DAYS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

Programme.
WEDNESDAY, Der l2-FoRENooS
The visiting Patriarchs will be received at
ohe depot oy Jephtha Encampment, No. 3, at
a, VI. The column will be formed under
the direction of Chief Captain Geo. II. Clark.
on commercial St, with the right resting on
Market Square.
Route of Procession: The column will
march up Water street to the bridge. across
the oridge to Cony street, up Cony II Bangor
street, up Bangor to Myrtle street, down
Myrtle to Willow street, down Willow to
Cony. across the bridge to Bridge ST. thence to
oFa'e, TO winthrop, t. Sewell, to Green, to
state aud to the Capitol building, when the
nrst malt will be made, and where the visitors
VIII be welcomed to the city by the Mayor,
hon. Geo. f. Macomber. and fraternal
welcome by P C. P, F. E. Beane.
After an opportunity to inspect the various
departments of the State House, the line will
De reformed and proceed TO quarters at the
Augusta House.
AFTERNOON.
Dinner will be served at ~ 80 o'clock. At
l,30, sharp, carriages will be in waiting to
convey the visitors about the city and TO the
National Home, d. V. S.. at Togus, where
short stay will be made, returning to the
city in season for the Banquet at six o'clock.
EVENING.
Banquet, at 2. NJ. Music by Prof.
Pullen's orchestra. Chaplain, J. S. Hobbs,
H. P, of Jephtha Encampment, No. 3;
Toast Master, Past Grand Representative,
VIM R Smith.
Reception p. NJ by the Patriarchs and
their ladies, at the Augusta House.
Music: Pullen's Orchestra.
Committee on Banquet and Reception: R.
b. Capen, J. S Hobbs, c. B. Chick, F. Z.
Beane, f. S. Hall, c. NJ. Taber, G. d. Has
kel.
THURSDAY, $50 A. NJ.
Jeptha Encampmep DIT will assemble at Odd
Fellows Hall. and proceed to the Augusta
House, escorting the visitors to tue station,
where they will take the train for home at
10 o'clock.
The visitors will be most royalty enter
tanned during their whole visit. The pro-
gramme given above is printed in neat little
book and will make pretty souvenir. The
following are the Committee of Arrange
ments: G. G. Hunt, j. S. Hobbs, w. b.
Leighton, r. w. Soule, W. H. Reid, NJ. C.
Blackwell, f. L. Pond
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

There will be sing tonight in the vestry
of the ITniversalist church under the direction
Mr.. C. B. johnson. All are invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

A young sen of Captain Michaelis of the
Arsenal died yesterday of consumption after
an Illness of eighteen months.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The Maine Central railroad now has "a en-
gines, and several more are to be built i'm
medistely.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

Painters are at work on Savages hair
dressing rooma, which are to be thoroughly
renovated and put in first class order.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The hum of the woodsaw is heard in the
land.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The members of the police force will prob
ably appear today with some new belts ana
biliies which have recently arrived for them
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

Mrs. F. A, Coombs who has been danger
ouslv sick is now able to be about the house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
VISITING ODD FELLOWS.
Programme ArrsnSed by Jephtha En-.
eamPment for To- day and To morrow

To-day the members of Eagle Encamp-
ment, No. 30, l. o. o. F., of Haverhill, will
arrive in our city as the guests Of the Jephtha
Encampment, No. 3. The following is the
programme which will be carried ont dnring
their stay 10 the CITY
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12
KID GLOVES.

| am offering great bargain in Ladies'
Kid Gloves, four button, scolloped wrist,
and embroidered backs, cheap at rs cents.
sell at so cents per pair
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The cold wave has reached us,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1887-10-12

The moon is on its last quarter.
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FIR PILLOWS.

100 Fir Pillows, sold every where for
so cents, | shall offer this week at 25
ce IS each.